Loveland Pass
A windy path snakes down through the valley and up into the crinkled mountains. Large patches of deep green evergreens cover the lower elevations, while the tops are dusty and rusted colors.
A windy path snakes down through the valley and up into the crinkled mountains. Large patches of deep green evergreens cover the lower elevations, while the tops are dusty and rusted colors.
How It Formed
How It Formed
Two tectonic plates pushed towards one another, sending waves of energy that caused rocks to pile up and form the Great Continental Divide. Watch this animation.
Two tectonic plates pushed towards one another, sending waves of energy that caused rocks to pile up and form the Great Continental Divide. Watch this animation.
Factors That Affect Its Climate
Factors That Affect Its Climate
State Location: Colorado
State Location: Colorado
Elevation: 11,991 feet
Elevation: 11,991 feet
Latitude: 40°
Latitude: 40°
Proximity to Water: 925 miles from Pacific Ocean
Proximity to Water: 925 miles from Pacific Ocean
During the winter solstice, there are 11 minutes more sunlight in Loveland Pass than in Oak Bluffs.
During the winter solstice, there are 11 minutes more sunlight in Loveland Pass than in Oak Bluffs.
During the summer solstice, there are 12 minutes less sunlight in Loveland Pass than in Oak Bluffs.
During the summer solstice, there are 12 minutes less sunlight in Loveland Pass than in Oak Bluffs.
